We talk a lot about the practice of architecture - but the reality is that the culture of architecture is at a crossroads. We’re in the midst of a generational shift in our industry that is disrupting the way emerging professionals enter into the workplace, develop their skills, and advance into leadership roles. Firm culture is critical to each of these components - join us as our guests discuss their experiences and shed some light on highlights from their journey into the profession.Moderators: Katie Kangas and Kari EssarySpecial Guests: Leah Bayer and Adam HardingFollow the AIAS and YAF on Instagram at @aiasorg and @aiayaf

The true power of design goes beyond the built environment and impacts the lives of people and shapes communities. In Emily Roush-Elliot and Omar Hakeem’s view, good reductive design pairs with the pragmatism of social impact architecture. Making a social impact requires a rigorous professional practice to make the change a reality. Join this discussion pairing the art of architecture with the toolbox of skills architects use to create a social impact in the built environment. Moderators: Matt Toddy and Erin ContiSpecial Guests: Emily Roush-Elliot and Omar HakeemFollow the AIAS and YAF on Instagram at @aiasorg and @aiayaf

An architect, socio-spatial designer, and mixologist walk into a bar - and this is a recording of their discussion on design thinking applied to problem solving and nurturing positive workplace culture. Join Amy Rosen and Leslie Cofresí as they work through the taboo topics, like mental health, that get too easily disregarded in discussions around culture, space, communication, and health.TW: Substance Abuse; 8:40 - 11:22Moderators: Ricardo Rodriguez and Alex GeisenSpecial Guests: Amy Rosen and Leslie CofresíFollow the AIAS and YAF on Instagram at @aiasorg and @aiayaf

Start asking “why not?” with these architecture students and architects. Meet the team behind the Pod[CHAOS]t as they touch base with their roots and explain a series of questions that led to this mini-podcast series.Follow the AIAS and YAF on Instagram at @aiasorg and @aiayafHosts: Erin Conti, Kari Essary, Alex Geisen, Katie Kangas, Ricardo Rodriguez, and Matt Toddy